Bastrop County’s animal services and fire departments were both on the scene within minutes — but even a metal cutter and the Jaws of Life weren’t a match for the tire.

“One of the firefighters had this revelation that when young pups sit down, they squish their neck,” Carroll said. “So after trying all the tools, they did a little puppy yoga and managed to get her free.”

Since Foxy and her young pups were unspayed and unneutered, the rescue has coordinated to have all of the dogs go in for the surgeries, in addition to being microchipped. The puppies will be available for adoption through the rescue beginning this weekend, and, after being spayed, Foxy will return home to her human family.

“We’re really thankful for animal services and the fire department — and to the dogs’ owner for helping us help her dog and the puppies,” Carroll said. “The puppies are all so sweet and we’re sure they’ll find great homes very soon.”